Dr. Kusum Lunia
Sun of Restraint: Anuvrat Anushasta Acharya Shri Mahashraman
Dr. Kusum Lunia
Acharya Shri Mahashraman, a messiah of humanity and a true yogi, has dedicated his entire life to the welfare of the self, the public, the nation, and the world. For the past 50 years, he has been climbing the peaks of spiritual practice, upholding the Indian Rishi tradition. His life is entirely public, as he imparts daily discourses to millions of devotees, blesses thousands with his hands, and recites auspicious chants to hundreds. From 4 AM to 10 PM, his life, dedicated to self-upliftment and social welfare, has become a model for public betterment.
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, herself acknowledges and salutes the rigorous efforts of Acharya Shri Mahashraman for humanity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised him, stating that Acharya Mahashraman, an ideal yogi, is performing great work for national unity and harmony.
Indeed, the era's preeminent Acharya Shri Mahashraman has provided a new direction and vision to the times.
As the spiritual leader of the Anuvrat movement, Acharya Shri Mahashraman's discourses urge every Anuvrati worker to adopt a life of restraint and to engage in specific Anuvrat activities. During the Anuvrat Amrit Mahotsav year, his Anuvrat Yatra has created unparalleled history by benefitting countless people. Inspired by him, over one crore people have accepted de-addiction, and millions have embraced restraint and positivity as success mantras through Life Science and Anuvrat competitions. Thousands have adopted digital detox, practicing restraint with screens, mobiles, and media, thereby bringing happiness into their lives.
Acharya Mahashraman Ji, a great social reformer, pinnacle of restraint, and a carrier of the Rishi tradition, is the 11th head of the Jain Terapanth sect.
The illustrious life journey of this venerable ascetic of the Shraman culture began on Vaishakh Shukla Navami, Vikram Samvat 2019 (13 May 1962), in Sardarshahar, born to parents Jhumarmal Dugad and Nema Devi. The promising boy took monk initiation under Muni Shri Sumer Mal Ji "Ladnun" on Vaishakh Shukla Chaturdashi, Vikram Samvat 2031 (5 May 1974) in Sardarshahar.
The newly initiated monk exhibited stability in yoga, tolerance for hardship, and a deep interest in profound knowledge.
Progressing through continuous practice of restraint and as an embodiment of alertness, he was appointed to private work by Anuvrat founder Acharya Shri Tulsi on 13 May 1981 and as a close associate to Yuvacharya Mahapragya on 16 February 1986. The astute Acharya Tulsi conferred the title "Mahashraman" on 9 September 1989, and Acharya Mahapragya granted him the title of "Yuvacharya" on 14 September 1997. Through the continuous development of virtues like truth, courage, and valor with discipline and vigilance, Acharya Mahashraman Ji's immensely influential personality was shaped.
After the sudden demise of Acharya Shri Mahapragya on Vaishakh Krishna Ekadashi, Vikram Samvat 2067 (9 May 2010), Acharya Shri Mahashraman Ji became the 11th head of Terapanth on Vaishakh Shukla Dashami, Vikram Samvat 2067 (23 May 2010). From his first address itself, his impressive administrative capabilities and unparalleled foresight in decision-making became evident. Positive impacts began to be seen within the community through timely changes in restraint promotion.
Acharya Mahashraman, the golden present of India, is the great coordinator of the organization, a repository of excellence, energy, and karmic strength. He tirelessly continues the laborious task of caring for every individual, family, village, city, metropolis, the Terapanth sect, and global humanity.
Acharya Mahashraman Ji is an ideal contemporary teacher who provides new direction to present-day India. The regular training classes for character souls conducted by him are a unique experiment. He is a distinguished writer whose writings connect directly with the hearts and minds of readers, bringing about a virtuous transformation in society through the stream of restraint flowing from his pen.
Acharya Mahashraman Ji, a proponent of women's upliftment, provides numerous opportunities for women's empowerment. It is through his special blessings that women like us get the chance to serve the community, society, and the nation.
The visionary leader of Jinshasan, a world-renowned guide, provides the armor of restraint to all humanity, contributing to world peace.
His profound wisdom and unique oratory skills inspire thousands to renounce intemperance, reform their lives, and create a golden future.
Acharya Mahashraman Ji, a modern-day Bhagirath, is performing unparalleled public welfare by inspiring the masses for self-welfare through the Anuvrat Ganga of morality, de-addiction, and goodwill.
On the 63rd birthday, 15th consecration day, and 51st golden initiation day of the world peace envoy, era-visionary, and era-creator Acharya Shri Mahashraman Ji, we offer our heartfelt salutations and best wishes, hoping that such a great soul continues to serve humanity and guide the community for ages, enlightening the entire creation.